Tag: dreams

It may just seem like time flies by, running away from us. Every day we're closer to the end but not closer to our dreams. Or are we? Does our chance to accomplish something decrease with age? Not really. Many writers first publish after they're 30 or 50-years-old. Sometimes we forget that our heroes are … Continue reading We have a chance

Can people dream too big? Is it too much to want to change the world? I thought of doing that early on. I loved every time I made someone smile as a kid. I wanted more of it. Craved it. Writing was my forte out of everything, so I decided to change the world through … Continue reading Am I writing too big?

During my sophomore year, my writing professor sat at a cheap table in our new classroom. Since it was the first day of class, I sat at the opposite side of the room. But that didn't say much since everyone sat in a circle, facing each other. I took out an earbud to listen in … Continue reading Creativity is a fire

It’s simply insane sometimes How much we put into our lives Only hoping the memory of us will live on For others to come I have heard stories of others Of how they stood bravely Only fighting for their hopes and dreams For the life they desired Yet those who love, find another And they … Continue reading Home

“I make art for the sake of art . . . and for my own selfish gratification, because I’m an artistic monster.” Title: The Only Pirate at the Party Author: Lindsey Stirling Genre: Non-fiction Pages: 254 Publication date: January 12th, 2016 Publisher: Gallery Books As I flip through the pages of The Only Pirate at the Party, I’m reminded … Continue reading Book review – The Only Pirate at the Party (Spoiler Free)

As writers, we all need great books in our lives. Here’s some of the best books I know with synopses from Goodreads: Clockwork Angel – Cassandra Clare – 4.33 rating When sixteen-year-old Tessa Gray crosses the ocean to find her brother, her destination is England, the time is the reign of Queen Victoria, and something … Continue reading Best of the best so far (books edition)

I can't remember the pivotal moment in my writing career anymore. But something changed in me between high school and college. In high school, I wrote because I had so many stories inside of me. I cared less about who read them. I kept my manuscripts - all three of them - behind closed doors. … Continue reading A writer’s journey (part one) – research

What are we? Writers! What do we need? Musical inspiration! Well, of course. Here’s some songs I’ve found that have either sparked a story, motivated me to write, or inspired me in general. (I know there’s a bunch of songs, but I did go through over 1,500 songs.) Believe in Me – Demi Lovato Bleeding … Continue reading 55 songs to inspire creativity

As writers, inspiration is our fuel. We need it as much as we need water. Growing up, I listened to a band called Superchick all the time. It's is the most inspiring band I’ve ever known. If you've never heard of them until today, check them out. I’ve composed a list of their most inspiring … Continue reading Superchick inspiring writers